How to Repost an Instagram Post (2026 Guide)

Quick Scoop: Instagram now has a built‑in repost button, plus the classic ways to share to Stories or your own feed. Below is a simple step‑by‑step guide for each method, updated for the latest features.

Reposting with Instagram’s New Repost Button (to Your Feed)

This is the newest, easiest way to repost someone’s photo, carousel, or Reel directly to your followers’ feeds.

  1. Update Instagram
    Make sure your app is updated to the latest version so the repost button appears in your account.
  2. Find the repost button on a post
    On a feed post (photo, carousel, or Reel in the main feed), look under the post for an icon with two arrows in a circle, usually placed between the comment icon and the share/paper‑plane icon. When viewing Reels, the repost icon appears on the right side with the like, comment, and share buttons.
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  3. Tap to repost
    Tap the repost icon once to share that post or Reel to your followers. It will appear in their feed and in a dedicated “reposts” section on your profile.
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  4. Add your own comment (optional)
    After tapping repost, your profile icon will pop up. Tap it to add a short note or comment that will float over the post when followers see it, giving context about why you shared it.
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  5. Where your reposts live
    On your profile, you’ll see a new tab with a repost icon that shows everything you’ve reposted in one place.
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  6. Undo a repost
    If you reposted by mistake, go to that repost in your reposts tab, press and hold the thumbnail, then choose “Delete Repost” (or tap the repost button again on some versions) to remove it.
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How to Repost a Post to Your Instagram Story

This is the classic “share to Story” method that still works alongside the new repost button.

  1. Open the post
    Go to the feed post you want to share (photo, carousel, or Reel).
  2. Tap the paper‑plane/share icon
    It’s under the post, next to the comment icon.
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  3. Choose “Add to Your Story”
    A menu will appear; select Add to Your Story. This opens the Story editor with the post embedded.
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  4. Customize your Story
    Add text, stickers, GIFs, polls, questions, or music to personalize it. You can tap the post to switch between a smaller “card” view and a more full‑screen style in some layouts.
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  5. Share
    Tap Your Story to show all followers or Close Friends if you want a limited audience, then confirm to post.
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Reposting Instagram Stories

When You’re Tagged in a Story

  1. Open your Instagram DMs.
  2. Find the message that says someone mentioned you in their Story.
  3. Tap “Add to Your Story” in that message.
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  4. Edit as you like (text, GIFs, stickers), then post to your Story.
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When You’re NOT Tagged

There’s no native “repost” button for stories you’re not tagged in, so people use workarounds.

  • Screenshot or screen‑record the story.
  • Crop it in your phone’s gallery so that only the content (not the interface) is visible.
  • Upload it as your own Story and add a text credit or tag to the original creator.
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For your own stories, you can also pin them to Highlights on your profile so they stay visible after 24 hours.

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How to Repost to Your Feed Without the Repost Button

If your account doesn’t yet have the repost button or you want a permanent feed post under your own grid, you can still use screenshots or third‑party tools.

Screenshot Method (Manual Repost)

  1. Take a screenshot of the post you want to repost.
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  2. Open Instagram & create a new post
    Tap the New Post button, choose Post, and select your cropped screenshot.
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  3. Resize and edit
    Adjust the image, apply filters, and tweak as needed.
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  4. Add credit in the caption
    Mention the creator with @username and clearly say it’s their content.
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  5. Share
    Tap Share to publish it to your feed.
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There are also third‑party scheduling and repost apps that can automate saving and reposting content, but Instagram’s native repost and share features are generally safer and simpler for most users.

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Best Practices & Etiquette When Reposting

  • Ask for permission when reposting other people’s content to your feed, especially for brands, photographers, or private individuals.
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  • Always credit the creator in the caption and/or on the image, even when using the built‑in repost button.
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  • Don’t over‑repost so your feed doesn’t become mostly other people’s posts; followers still want to see your original content.
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  • Watch the full post or Reel before reposting so the ending doesn’t clash with your values or brand.
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  • Use reposts strategically to share tips, user‑generated content, or posts that reflect your personality or niche, instead of random viral clips.
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Example Flow: Reposting a Reel in 10 Seconds

  1. Scroll your feed, find a Reel you like.
  2. Tap the repost icon on the right side.
  3. Add a short note like “Loved this tip!” when the thought bubble appears.
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  4. Tap Save or confirm; it appears in your reposts tab and your followers’ feeds.
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